Kardinia Park Stadium Trust News

News: September 1 2017Minister for Sport Tourism and Major Events, the Hon John Eren MP today announced that the excitement, colour and action of the Big Bash League will hit GMHBA Stadium on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. The Melbourne Renegades will take on the Sydney Sixers in a blockbuster double header in what will be this summer’s ultimate... Read more

News: August 24 2017A new group will work with the local community to ensure that the Kardinia Park precinct remains accessible and open to all. Minister for Sport, The Hon John Eren MP announced a new Kardinia Park Advisory Committee, which will ensure that grassroots sport and the local community have a stronger voice during the transformation of... Read more

News: August 4 2017With over 10 years of sports venue management experience, we could think of no one better to kick off our ‘Meet the Team’ series than our Chief Operating Officer, Natalie Valentine. Natalie gives us her view on leadership, the future of Kardinia Park, Taylor Swift and much more! What was your first job? Sports Development Officer... Read more

Past Events: November 16 2016On Sunday the 13th of November, Julie Allan of Cricket Victoria hosted a ‘Come and Try Day’ for girls of all ages and abilities. Girls Carnival of Cricket was a great success on Sunday on Simonds Stadium. About 40 girls attended the day ranging in ages from 5yo right up to 16yo. There was an... Read more

Stadium Redevelopment: September 23 2016Simonds Stadium is continually moving forward with new and improved amenities, facilities and technology; which can be noted by the current progress of the redevelopment occurring on the western side of the ground. The Stage 4 redevelopment that is currently occurring saw the previous Brownlow and A.R Jennings Stands demolished in October post the 2015... Read more

News: March 30 2016The Andrews Labour Government has delivered on its election commitment to establish the Kardinia Park Stadium Trust, giving the iconic Geelong venue a safe and exciting future. Minister for Sport and Member for Lara John Eren today announced the seven members of the new Trust, which will be led by former Premier of Victoria, Steve Bracks.... Read more

Past Events: December 30 2014Held as a warm up for the Asian Cup, Bahrain defeated Saudi Arabia 4-1 under lights at Simonds Stadium. The Saudi squad had its training base in Torquay prior to the tournament. Read more